Rainbow Braid Rubber Band Refill Review - Spiderman and Bracelet

Slap bracelets, Pogs and now Rainbow Loom bracelets are the newest thing kids are crazy about.  I figured this was just a simple craft that made bracelets and it would pass quickly but I think I am wrong!  I had the opportunity to review a Rainbox Braid rubber band refill pack that are compatible with the Rainbow Loom and I had a lot of fun playing with them!

Most of this post is going to be pictures but I will say that I really enjoyed playing with these.  My 3 1/2 year old son joined in and chose the colors of the bracelet that he wanted.  The bands held up very well to all the stretching that I did.  This included double looping them on the superhero charm.  I only had one break out of all of them I used on him, which I figure was just a dud.  The superhero charm was double banded (two bands at a time) so it actually didn't effect it at all.

The colors are very vibrant and come in a great variety.  The two pictures above are for comparison purposes.  The "C Clips" are what came with the loom and the "S Clips" came with the refill pack.  They both do an equally good job holding the bands together, they just look different.  Below that are two black bands.  If you can't tell the difference between the two, I'm not telling!  These bands are a faction of the price of the name brand bands are just as good.

Since my little guy is not really the bracelet wearing type (he had more fun chewing on it once it was done than actually wearing it) I went in search for something else to make!

Now I want to make all the super heros for him!  I used this tutorial.  I must admit though it's not a very good one but I think he came out alright!

You can get your own Rainbow Rubber Band Refill Pack on Amazon for $13.90.
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Buy Rainbow Bands direct from their new website!

What would you make with your Rainbow Rubber Band Refill Pack?

Coobie Seamless Bras - Discount Code

I am constantly looking for a comfortable bra that also gives support and good shape! I have really yet to find one until now.  I was cursed with 3 strikes in the bra sizing world.  First, I am petite.  Hovering around 5'1 I have a very short rib cage to underarm length so most bras cut into my underarm and that is very irritating!  Second I have a small rib cage diameter.  I am usually a 32 which would be fine if I didn't have a large cup size!  Trying to find a 32 DD is not easy!

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Starting at $20 how could you go wrong!  They have several different styles and patterns so there is bound to be one that you like.

I haven't received my bras yet but I wanted to make sure that you could take advantage of this great deal they are offering to you!

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I really like The Coobie Lace Coverage Bra.  Which style did you choose?

Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment Review + Giveaway

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Even in my 30's I still struggle with breakouts.  I feel like I tried everything!  I still go back and forth between using salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide.  I have been using more benzoyl peroxide products recently so when I had the chance to review the Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment I took it as a good time to change again.

Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment is both a treatment for acne but also minimizes pore size and keeps skin balanced.  The 1% salicylic acid is an anti-inflammatory that also exfoliates dead skin cells to help reduce pore size and sebum build up.  It also has Oligopeptide-10 Patented SmartPeptide® technology that has skin calming properties, shown to help bind cellular toxins as well as glycerin which is a humectant that draws moisture to skin.

According to the instructions you can put it on the affected area up to three times a day unless excessive drying occurs then reduce the use.  I started out with twice a day and had no problems with dryness.  The product had a minimal smell and no dyes which I like.  Even though I have breakouts, my skin is also very sensitive.  It absorbed very quickly and I didn't feel like I had anything on my face once it was dry.  I found that one and a half to two pumps was enough for my face.

I have been using this every day for a few weeks now and I like this product and the way it makes my skin feel.  It definitely helped to control my breakouts. even the hormonal ones.  I was happy that it didn't dry my face out and cause peeling.

You can grab your own bottle of Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment on Amazon for $23.45 with free Prime shipping!

BUT right now you can get a bottle direct from Apothederm.com for only $14.00 using code ACNE14 through 5/31/14!!

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What are you using to control your acne?

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Easy Cinnamon Rolls Waffles

I remembered seeing this idea somewhere on the internet.  I'm sure it was on Pinterest but I was in Aldi recently and wanted to try out their brand of cinnamon rolls.  I got the large sized ones but I'm sure it would work with the smaller ones too.

 First I popped open the tube, which was surprisingly easy.  (I find that these types of tubes never want to open!)  I laid the rolls out on a plate, reconstructing any that came undone while taking them out.  Set the icing packet to the side, you will need that later!

Once my waffle iron had heated up, I laid one roll in the center, closed the lid and let it cook for about 2 1/2 minutes.  I think I could have fit more than one at a time but I will try that next time!  I didn't need to spray my waffle iron with non stick spray because the butter in the cinnamon roll seeps out and prevents it from sticking.  You may need to adjust the cooking time based on your individual waffle iron.

When the cinnamon roll is a golden brown it is done!  It's easy to over cook them so keep a close eye!  At the same time I had some bacon in the oven cooking on my cookie trying racks!

Now take the icing packet, cut a small hole in the corner and drizzle over the waffle while it's still warm.

Voila!  Easy, delicious and 3 1/2 year old approved!

Wordless Wednesday: Planting seeds

April Showers $50 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway

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